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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
AEW Dynamite Viewership Increases On 4/30, Demo Also Rises
AEW Dynamite saw an increase in viewership on April 30 as it went head-to-head with the NBA and NHL Playoffs. According to Wrestlenomics, 629,000 viewers watched the show on Wednesday night, and the show drew a 0.16 rating in the 18 to 49 demographic. The viewership is up from last week's episode, when 521,000 viewers tuned in. The demo also rose from last week's episode, which drew a 0.14 rating in the same demographic. Viewership for Wednesday's show on MAX is unknown at this time. What happened on AEW Dynamite this week? This week's show kicked off with Kazuchika Okada, Ricochet, and the Young Bucks defeating Mark Briscoe, Kevin Knight, Speedball Mike Bailey, and Kenny Omega in an eight-man tag match. Advertisement Nick Wayne defeated Jay Lethal to retain the Ring of Honor World Television Championship. In women's action, Timeless Toni Storm defeated Miyu Yamashita in an Eliminator match. The main event of the show saw Hangman Page defeat Kyle Fletcher in the semi-finals of the Men's Owen Hart Cup Tournament. Hangman will face Will Ospreay in the finals at Double or Nothing. READ MORE: Huge Stipulation Announced For AEW World Title Match at Beach Break What did you think of AEW Dynamite this week overall? What was your favorite match or segment? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post AEW Dynamite Viewership Increases On 4/30, Demo Also Rises appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Former WWE announcer Samantha Irvin's return to wrestling confirmed
Image via WWE Samantha Irvin left the wrestling world to pursue other ventures, but it has been confirmed that she will make her return eventually. Samantha Irvin rose to prominence as one of the top WWE ring announcers of all time. Her distinctive style, social media antics and presence captivated that audience and led to her gaining multiple fans. However, to the shock of many, Irvin unexpectedly resigned from the company before an episode of RAW in October 2024. Months later, after being involved in new ventures, her return to wrestling was confirmed by one of the closest people in her life. Samantha Irvin will return to wrestling after her surprise departure from WWE During an appearance on the Battleground podcast, Samantha Irvin's husband, Ricochet, was asked about her return to wrestling. The former WWE United States Champion stated that she will eventually. Ricochet reminded that Irvin herself said it on social media. However, he was not sure when, as Irvin was content with her life at the moment, being at home with her daughter, pursuing other interests, and more. Ricochet said, 'She says that she's going to… she said on her social media that she plans to return eventually. Absolutely. But right now, she's honestly loving life. And whenever that is, it's whatever she feels is best. At this point right now, she's really just loving her entire life—being home, being with her daughter, the puppies at home. It's great.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seniors in the Philippines Can Enjoy Affordable Private Health Insurance! (See List) Local Plan Search Now Undo Ricochet Unfiltered: AEW Star Talks Je'Von Evans Drama, Internet Backlash & Samantha Irvin's Future Ricochet and Samantha Irvin came close to each other during their tenure in WWE. The One and Only superstar left WWE last year after his contract came to an end. He then made his spectacular debut in AEW at their premier event, All In 2024. On the other hand, Samantha Irvin also left WWE just a few weeks later after her husband's departure. Currently, Irvin has been putting her full focus on her music career, with her latest music video ' Shawty Wanna ' garnering major attention. While Ricochet confirmed her return to wrestling, it remains to be seen if it will be for her former company, WWE or AEW, where her husband is thriving as a top star. Also read: Rumored WWE prospect clears the air after dating rumors take over social media Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Zach Gowen Reacts To Ricochet Assaulting Him In Front Of His Family
Zach Gowen returns to the ring for the first time in almost a year to face Ricochet this Wednesday on AEW Dynamite. Thursday night on AEW Collision, Ricochet mocked Zach Gowen in front of his family as they sat at ringside for the event. As Ricochet attacked security who tried to diffuse the situation, Gowen hit the ring but was overwhelmed by Ricochet, who stole his leg in the process. This altercation will lead to a match between the two men in Chicago at the Dynamite: Beach Break special. Advertisement Following the attack on Thursday, Zach Gowen spoke to AEW for social media with his children at his side, delivering a very inspiring and powerful message ahead of his match against Ricochet. 'You know, life always seems to put me in impossible situations to overcome. Yet I always overcome,' Zach Gowen said. 'The Gowens always overcome. It's what we do. Overcoming cancer to become the world's first one-legged professional wrestling superstar. Climbing a mountain with 11 other amputees. 'It doesn't matter you put a challenge in front of me, I'm going to overcome. This is what I teach my boys: that life is not about what happens to us. Life is about how we respond to what happens to us. And Ricochet, it's time for me to overcome one more time, because you're going to see me, Zach Gowen, in an AEW ring next Wednesday.' The card for AEW Dynamite: Beach Break Here is the update card for AEW Dynamite: Beach Break… Advertisement Steel Cage match for the AEW World Championship: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Samoa Joe Will Ospreay and Hangman Page vs. Konosuke Takeshita and Josh Alexander AEW Women's World Championship Eliminator Match: Timeless Toni Storm vs. Skye Blue vs. TBA vs. TBA Ricochet vs. Zach Gowen WrestleZone has live coverage of AEW Dynamite every Wednesday night. READ MORE: Report: Top AEW Star Is In A Contract Year What do you make of Zach Gowen's overall comments? Are you looking forward to his match with Ricochet next week on Dynamite? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. If you use any of these quotes, please credit AEW with a link to this article for the transcription. The post Zach Gowen Reacts To Ricochet Assaulting Him In Front Of His Family appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Zach Gowen Reveals Who Pitched Bringing Him In For AEW Match
Zach Gowen will have his first match with All Elite Wrestling later tonight against Ricochet on the Dynamite: Beach Break special. Former WWE Superstar Zach Gowen recently sat down with Zack Heydorn of Sports Illustrated. When asked how he got connected with AEW, Gowen gave that credit to agent and producer Kevin Matthews. Advertisement 'I saw that a gentleman by the name of Kevin Matthews, who's a producer and agent for AEW. An old friend of mine and a lifelong supporter of mine as well,' Zach Gowen said. 'He's done good by me throughout the years. I saw that he was in town in Detroit, my hometown, for AEW, so I hit him up and I said, Hey, man, do you want to go to lunch? 'He just started pitching these ideas, which fired up my imagination, and it got me thinking. It got me hyped up, and so really, it's from that relationship that I have with Kevin and a lot of those guys that work backstage, and that was able to bring it to fruition.' Stepping in the ring with Ricochet When asked about his match with Ricochet later this evening, Gowen said he's looking forward to it, calling Ricochet the best wrestler in the world. Advertisement 'I'm absolutely looking forward to getting in the ring with him, because Ricochet is the best wrestler in the world,' Zach Gowen said. 'I've said that for a long, long time. I saw him put on an absolute clinic — must have been 2016 or 2015 somewhere in New York. He wrestled the Amazing Red and was one of the best matches I've ever seen live.' WrestleZone will have live coverage of AEW Dynamite: Beach Break later this evening. READ MORE: Zach Gowen Reacts To Ricochet Assaulting Him In Front Of His Family What do you make of Zach Gowen's comments? Are you looking forward to his match with Ricochet later tonight on Dynamite? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Zach Gowen Reveals Who Pitched Bringing Him In For AEW Match appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AEW's Ricochet Breaks Silence On Heated Exchange With WWE Superstar
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. All Elite Wrestling star Ricochet recently broke his silence regarding a highly publicized and heated social media exchange with WWE NXT wrestler Je'Von Evans. He also took the opportunity to elaborate on the creative freedom he has experienced since joining AEW, during an exclusive interview on the Battleground Podcast released today, May 14, 2025. The online confrontation between the two acrobatic stars quickly went viral last week. It began when Ricochet responded to a fan on X (formerly Twitter) who praised the 21-year-old Evans as the "best young prospect in wrestling," with Ricochet stating he would "squash" the NXT talent. This initial comment sparked a fiery back-and-forth. Evans said, "My Bad. I Just Got Done Training At The Performance Center, Under Shawn Michaels. Something That You Don't Have Or Do BUT, I Bet Yo Brown Egg Head Ass Would Squash Me If Tony Told You To🤷🏾♂️Much Love OG❤️🔥" More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Ricochet then referenced his own extensive experience and accomplishments. "Brother, I was learning from Shawn Michaels when you was like 12. Then went on to become multiple time Champion. Let me know when you win one, little boy," Ricochet posted, adding he would indeed beat Evans if AEW owner Tony Khan requested it. The exchange took a sharper, more personal turn when Evans mocked Ricochet's current position in AEW and controversially referenced AEW's owner, Tony Khan. "Now, You're Wrestling In Front Of 2,000 People, Every Week, For A Crackhead. Talk About An Upgrade Am I Right??😂... You Had To Come For A Successful Ass Youngin💯" Evans posted before later deleting his tweets. TOKYO,JAPAN - JUNE 29: Cesaro and Ricochet compete during the WWE Live Tokyo at Ryogoku Kokugikan on June 29, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. TOKYO,JAPAN - JUNE 29: Cesaro and Ricochet compete during the WWE Live Tokyo at Ryogoku Kokugikan on June 29, 2019 in Tokyo, added: "How many people does the PC hold? Bahahaha but keep up the energy. It makes you look cool." Ricochet appeared unfazed when he discussed the incident and the subsequent fan backlash during the Battleground Podcast interview. With a smile, he commented, "A lot of people seemed upset about it." He suggested his current, often more abrasive heel persona in AEW is a reflection of his true self. "I think what I'm doing is just living my life... I'm finally just kind of living my own life and now everyone's just getting a chance to see it really," Ricochet explained. Ricochet, who competed for WWE for six years before opting not to re-sign and making his AEW debut at All In last August, credited his current environment for revitalizing his passion for the business. He had previously stated that his WWE experience "ruined my love and passion" for wrestling. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
